The
Writer…
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The Speaker… |
- Will
tend to use longer words to
enhance the presentation (and
impress the reader) with the
greatest possible use of
vocabulary.
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- Will
generally choose the shortest
word that conveys the meaning.
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- Will
try to avoid repetition.
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- Uses
repetition for emphasis.
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- Tends
to write sentences that are long
and can be quite complex.
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- As a
general rule, keeps sentences as
short as possible.
|
- Uses
a language that tends to be more
formal than conversational
language.
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- Tries
to keep the language as
conversational as possible –
can vary it to suit the audience.
|
- Is
not generally concerned with the
sound of the words.
|
- Knows
that the sounds of words can
contribute to their meaning.
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- Cannot
generally refer to specific
surroundings.
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- Can
include references to the
specific time, place and
prevailing circumstances.
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- Can
use punctuation marks for
emphasis.
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- Can
use pause and emphasis to add
meaning to the words.
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- Has
to ensure that the entire message
is contained in the words as
written.
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- Knows
that a great deal of the meaning
will come from the way that the
words are said.
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